1 00:00:02,240 --> 00:00:04,160 Welcome to Vivian's department store. 2 00:00:04,160 --> 00:00:07,360 We're thrilled to have you join the team as a retail associate. 3 00:00:07,360 --> 00:00:08,640 In this training video, 4 00:00:08,640 --> 00:00:11,585 we'll cover the five basics of providing excellent customer 5 00:00:11,585 --> 00:00:13,585 service and merchandising. 6 00:00:15,825 --> 00:00:19,000 As a retail associate, you are the face of our store. 7 00:00:19,000 --> 00:00:21,720 It's important to greet every customer with a warm welcome 8 00:00:21,720 --> 00:00:24,435 and make them feel at home. 9 00:00:24,435 --> 00:00:28,115 Merchandising is an integral part of our business. 10 00:00:28,115 --> 00:00:30,755 We want to ensure that our merchandise is displayed in an 11 00:00:30,755 --> 00:00:35,210 attractive way that entices customers to make purchases. 12 00:00:35,210 --> 00:00:37,370 We take pride in our store's appearance, 13 00:00:37,370 --> 00:00:40,235 so keep our shelves stocked and organized to help customers 14 00:00:40,235 --> 00:00:43,115 easily find what they want. 15 00:00:43,115 --> 00:00:45,035 To provide effective customer service, 16 00:00:45,035 --> 00:00:47,595 it is important to connect with the customer by acknowledging 17 00:00:47,595 --> 00:00:49,980 their personal feelings and experiences. 18 00:00:49,980 --> 00:00:51,580 When dealing with an angry customer, 19 00:00:51,580 --> 00:00:53,900 it can be helpful to listen to their frustrations, 20 00:00:53,900 --> 00:00:57,945 show empathy and ask how you can make things right. 21 00:00:57,945 --> 00:00:59,145 As a retail associate, 22 00:00:59,145 --> 00:01:01,865 you will be responsible for processing transactions. 23 00:01:01,865 --> 00:01:05,325 Be sure to thank the customer for their purchase when all is said and done! 24 00:01:07,500 --> 00:01:09,420 Thank you for watching this training video. 25 00:01:09,420 --> 00:01:11,280 We are excited to have you on our team!